topic PMDD - more than once a month! in Relationship and family issues

PMDD - more than once a month!

ChelseaGrasso — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 10:00:34 GMT

I've had PMDD for 11 years now but was only diagnosed this year. Since finding out, so many things have made much more sense but something I can't seem to find anywhere is why I get it twice a month instead of only once. My doctor says that's not possible but I've been recording my symptoms for many months now and clearly get it every 2 weeks, lasting anywhere between 2-6 days. It's bad enough getting this monthly but I am so sick of only feeling normal or in control or happy just a couple of weeks at a time only to be in this hell all over again. Relationships are constantly on the mend as a result; I have to keep backtracking and explaining myself to friends and family and apologizing for my behavior. Is there anyone else out there who experiences their symptoms fortnightly?

Re: PMDD - more than once a month!

JED1980 — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 10:32:20 GMT

Hey

Thanks for reaching out.

I don't suffer from this condition, but if i was in your situation and you have a log of your symptoms when they occur etc, i would perhaps look at getting a second opinion from another GP.

A referral to an OBGYN may also help, as dealing with this might be in their wheelhouse.

Take care of yourself

Re: PMDD - more than once a month!

Anonymous112233 — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 08:25:48 GMT

Hi,

Just decided to look on this forum myself, hence replying now. I’ve had it a similar time since a teenager and undiagnosed until recently also. I also seem to get the pmdd symptoms twice / month. I also get a mini period (2 days, very light) in the middle of my cycle as well (I was putting that down to the reason)?